NEW BRUNSWICK HOUSING CORPORATION

Technical services INSPECTOR

(Technical Services Inspector 1)

OPEN COMPETITION

VARIOUS LOCATIONS

The New Brunswick Housing Corporation (NBHC) is seeking five (5) individuals to join the Housing Team as Technical Services Inspectors in various regions under its Infrastructure Division.

NBHC is a Crown Corporation that was established in 2023 that is responsible for developing and maintaining provincial housing facilities, programs, initiatives, strategies, and renting services for landlord and tenants. NBHC is focused on working with all levels of government, community group, organizations, and private sector to identify and maximize housing development opportunities while providing support through a housing strategy to positively impact New Brunswickers.

As a member of the Housing Branch, the major duties of this position will be to conduct building inspections for a variety of housing programs on government owned as well as on private residences, to ensure compliance with plans, contracts, regulations, codes and standards; to assess the condition of these buildings and make recommendations for necessary repair work; to write tenders and contracts; to prepare technical reports, specifications, cost estimates and detailed cost analysis. Above duties require an understanding of the National Building Code and how it applies to the construction industry. Inspections include but are not limited to structural, ventilation, plumbing, heating and electrical energy efficient components. The candidate must possess strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills, as well as independent judgement within the framework of governing regulations, laws, codes and policies. Other duties may be assigned as required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years civil engineering technology program and possess a minimum of one (1) year experience in building construction and/or building inspection OR Two (2) years building engineering technology: building systems program and possess a minimum of one (1) year experience in building construction and/or building inspection OR Two (2) years building engineering technology: construction management program and possess a minimum of one (1) year experience in building construction and/or building inspection OR have graduated from a (1) year carpentry certification program and possess a minimum of two (2) year's experience in building construction and/or building inspection.

Written and spoken competence in English AND French is required for some vacancies while other vacancies require written and spoken competence in French OR English only. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

In order to be appointed, Civil engineering technology or Building engineering technology program candidates must be registered and maintain their membership with the NB Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists. Carpentry certification program candidates must have a Red Seal certification.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Traveling within the region to conduct building inspections.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Client Service Orientation;
• Effective Interactive Communication;
• Information Seeking;and
• Analytical Thinking / Judgement;

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications;
• Planning and Organizing Skills; and
• Written Communication.

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Salary: $55,718 to $69,992 per annum

Applicants must identify one (1) Zone in which they would prefer to be interviewed from the list below:

• Moncton
• Fredericton
• Campbellton
• Bathurst
• Acadian Peninsula

We encourage applicants to apply on-line or by mail at the following address by July 31, 2025, indicating competition number: R37-2025-26-13.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

The New Brunswick Housing Corporation

Human Resource Services

4th floor, 551 King Street

Fredericton, NB E3B 1E7

Telephone: (506) 462-5096

E-mail: [email protected]

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the Civil Service Act, candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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